Top 20 Best High-End Tire Brands and Manufacturers

A TIRE (American English) or tyre (British English), is a ring-shaped vehicle component that covers the wheel's rim to protect it and enable better vehicle performance. Most tires, such as those for automobiles and bicycles, provide traction between the vehicle and the road while providing a flexible cushion that absorbs shock.

The materials of modern pneumatic tires are synthetic rubber, natural rubber, fabric and wire, along with carbon black and other chemical compounds. They consist of a tread and a body. The tread provides traction while the body provides containment for a quantity of compressed air. Before rubber was developed, the first versions of tires were simply bands of metal that fitted around wooden wheels to prevent wear and tear. Early rubber tires were solid (not pneumatic). Today, the majority of tires are pneumatic inflatable structures, comprising a doughnut-shaped body of cords and wires encased in rubber and generally filled with compressed air to form an inflatable cushion. Pneumatic tires are used on many types of vehicles, including cars, bicycles, motorcycles, trucks, earthmovers, and aircraft. Metal tires are still used on locomotives and railcars, and solid rubber (or other polymer) tires are still used in various non-automotive applications, such as some casters, carts, lawnmowers, and wheelbarrows.

Tire News, Reviews & Resources

• 2022 Pirelli calendar stars revealed - "Bryan Adams dedicates Pirelli's 2022 calendar to 'the great stars of music'."
• According to Independent Reviews, These Are the Best Tires for Winter 2021 - "We are in the second week of November 2021, which means that the Winter season has already begun in many parts of the world. For drivers, it means fitting appropriate winter tires. But which ones to get? This video should help you out."
• Car Tire Dust Is Killing Salmon Every Time It Rains - "A growing body of research by scientists worldwide is tracking the effects of this overlooked source of automotive pollution that’s been linked to the decimation of coho salmon in the Pacific Northwest and threatens other fish species."
• CONTINENTAL CONTI GREENCONCEPT TIRE - "At the IAA Mobility Summit in Munich, Continental introduced its Conti GreenConcept Tire. The eco-friendly tire is constructed from 50% sustainable raw materials, with an additional 35% from bio-materials, including natural rubber from dandelions, silicate from the ash of rice husks, and vegetable oils and resins. This process not only results in a greener product but also produces a lighter design. The Conti GreenConcept weighs 40% less than standard tires. Although, the highlight is the renewable tread. Made from 100% Taraxagum natural rubber, the tread compound can be replaced several times, conserving both materials and money."
• DUNLOP - Wikipedia.
• General facts about car tires - Red Jersey.
• Government to target particulate pollution from brakes & tyres - Auto Express.
• Hyper-soft Pirelli tyre promises Monaco qualifying 'madness' - ESPN.
• kick the tires - (idiomatic, colloquial): To inspect something to ensure it meets expected standards or has favored characteristics, typically before committing to purchasing or otherwise selecting it.
• List of tire companies - Wikipedia.
• Michelin Named ‘World’s Most Valuable Tire Brand’ - "Michelin has become the world’s most valuable tire brand following 30% brand value growth that generated $7.9 billion over the last year, according to the latest Brand Finance report."
• Michelin's Uptis is an airless car tire that won't ever get a flat - "The company is partnering with GM to offer the tires on certain vehicles starting as early as 2024."
• Russia is covering attack aircraft with car tires - "Moscow’s forces have started covering some of their attack aircraft with car tires, in what experts say could be a makeshift attempt to protect them from Ukrainian drone strikes that have had increased recent success in targeting Russian military airports. Satellite imagery from Maxar of Engels Airbase, deep inside Russia, shows two Tu-95 strategic bombers with car tires on top of the airframes."
• The Brutally Secretive Life of the Racing Tire - Wired.
• The Ukraine War Changed This Company Forever - "Nokian Tyres of Finland made 80 percent of its tires in Russia, where energy was cheap. After losing billions, it prioritized political security over business efficiency."
• TIRE - Wikipedia.
• TIRE Review magazine - since 1901. "Tire Review is a monthly magazine offering in-depth information pertaining to all aspects of operating a successful tire dealership."
• Trump 'cancels' Goodyear tires as he campaigns against 'cancel culture' - "President Donald Trump is calling on his followers to not buy Goodyear tires and threatening to remove them from his custom presidential limousine, despite previously railing against 'cancel culture,' after an employee posted a viral photo of a company policy banning 'Make America Great Again' and other political attire in the workplace."

Top 20 High-End Tire Brands

• Apollo - since 1972.
• BFGOODRICH - since 1870. The first American tire manufacturer to make radial tires.
• BRIDGESTONE - since 1931. "PEAK CONFIDENCE IN ANY WEATHER IS WHAT REALLY MATTERS." Bridgestone WeatherPeak is the go-anywhere, do-just-about-anything tire that’s as useful in a downpour or light wintry mix as it is on a cloudless summer day. Discover how its all-season capability and 70,000 mile limited warranty handles all 365 days of the year with confidence. As of 2017, the company is the largest manufacturer of tyres in the world, followed by Michelin (France), Goodyear (United States), Continental (Germany) and Pirelli (Italy).
• CONTINENTAL - since 1871. "The Future in Motion." With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.
• DUNLOP - "More than a century of innovation and racing experience goes into every Dunlop tire. Our tradition is built on high-performance technology that connects driver and road like never before. Since our first victory in 1889, Dunlop racing tires and consumer tires have led the way in superior driving performance. Our racetrack heritage is reflected in the design of every street and race tire we make."
• FALKEN - since 1983. Falken has now become a stand-alone brand that focuses on UHP (Ultra High Performance) products while utilizing professional motorsports to further develop and improve products for worldwide distribution.
• FIRESTONE - since 1900. "Dependability Never Clocks Out." In 1988, Firestone was sold to the Japanese Bridgestone Corporation.
• FUZION - "Great Value. Total Confidence."
• GENERAL TIRE - since 1915. "For over 100 years General Tire has offered a complete line of quality tires to meet all your needs."
• GOODYEAR - since 1898. Goodyear manufactures tires for automobiles, commercial trucks, light trucks, motorcycles, SUVs, race cars, airplanes, farm equipment and heavy earth-mover machinery. As of 2017, Goodyear is one of the top four tire manufacturers along with Bridgestone (Japan), Michelin (France) and Continental (Germany).
• HANKOOK - since 1941. South Korean tire company. Based in Seoul, South Korea, the Hankook Tire group is the 7th largest tire company in the world.
• KUMHO TIRE - since 1960. "All-Ways. Go With You." As one of the world's largest tire manufacturers, we have more than 60 years of history immersed in an innovative approach to product development, market expansion, technical progression, and environmental awareness. We are dedicated to providing optimal service and delivering an exceptional driving experience to our customers around the world.
• LEXANI TIRES - since 1996. "Performance Tire."
• Maxxis - since 1967. "Maxxis International is committed to delivering high performance tyres to the world. Our products are unequalled in quality and performance."
• MICHELIN - since 1889. "Find your tires in seconds." Dedicated to the improvement of sustainable mobility, Michelin designs, manufactures and sells tires for every type of vehicle. French tyre manufacturer. It is the second largest tyre manufacturer in the world after Bridgestone and larger than both Goodyear and Continental. In addition to the Michelin brand, it also owns the BFGoodrich, Kleber, Tigar, Riken, Kormoran and Uniroyal (in North America) tire brands.
• PIRELLI - since 1872. "Power is nothing without control." Italian industrial enterprise active in more than 160 countries. The Pirelli Group is the fifth largest tyre manufacturer in the world, in terms of turnover, with 19 factories in four continents, and is a leader in the high end and high technology segments of tyre market.
• SUMO TIRE - since 1909. "Engineered for Optimal Performance."
• TOYO TIRES - since 1945. "Driven to perform."
• Uniroyal - since 1892. "For Everything You Value." Manufacturer of high quality, affordable passenger, pickup, SUV & commercial tires.
• YOKOHAMA - since 1917. "Tires that are not afraid to perform. Anywhere." Tires for passenger cars, trucks and buses, light trucks, mining and construction equipment.